Tyre review for Infinity Ecomax 215/45R16 90V XL
Car - 2003 Mini Cooper S (R53). When purchasing the vehicle, it had Falken tyres with about 3mm tread left, mounted on 17 inch wheels. Given the poor quality of the roads in the UK, I decided to switch to 16 inch alloys and slightly wider tyres which have a greater vertical sidewall dimension (higher sidewall) to help them absorb more bumps. After making this change, the car feels much better on the road, while still retaining all its original handling. It feels more planted and secure on the drier roads. The only downside I have found is that in very wet conditions, they can tend to lose grip if you put your foot down. Other than that, I would choose these tyres again and again for the lifespan of the car.